The Climate Impact of Unchecked Cattle Farming Expansion
In a recent study, researchers have found that unchecked expansion of cattle farming could have a devastating effect on the climate. The researchers, from the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, explored how current trends in cattle farming affect the environment. They found that if current trends continue, by 2023, cattle farming could be responsible for an additional 27 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions a year. This is equivalent to the emissions of almost 5 million cars. The study also found that the expansion of cattle farming could lead to the destruction of up to 12 million hectares of natural land, which would further contribute to global warming. The researchers concluded that action must be taken to limit the expansion of cattle farming and ensure that the emissions from this industry are reduced.
source: Phys.org